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hey there health enthusiasts have you
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ever found yourself reaching for that
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candy bar or that extra cookie even when
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you know you shouldn't today let's dive
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into how to stop those pesky sugar
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cravings once and for all first things
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first let's understand why we crave
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sugar sugar gives our brain a quick hit
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of dopamine the feelgood hormone but the
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more we indulge the more our body craves
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it it's a vicious cycle but don't worry
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because i've got some tricks to help you
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break free tip number one start your day
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with a proteinpacked breakfast eggs
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greek yogurt and nuts are fantastic
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choices protein keeps you full longer
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and helps stabilize your blood sugar
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levels so no more midm morning sugar
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crashes next up hydrate sometimes what
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we interpret as a sugar craving is
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actually just thirst so grab a glass of
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water before you reach for that sugary
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adding a slice of lemon or cucumber can
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make your water more enticing another
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great tip is to incorporate more fiber
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into your diet foods like vegetables
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whole grains and legumes can keep you
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feeling full and satisfied fiber slows
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down the absorption of sugar keeping
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those cravings at bay now let's talk
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about stress high stress levels can lead
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to emotional eating and sugar cravings
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try incorporating some stress reducing
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activities into your daily routine like
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yoga meditation or even just a walk in
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park taking time for yourself can make a
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huge difference and don't forget the
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power of sleep lack of sleep can lead to
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increased hunger and cravings for sugary
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foods aim for at least 7 8 hours of
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quality sleep each night to keep those
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cravings under control and here's a fun
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one spice up your life adding spices
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like cinnamon or nutmeg to your meals
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can naturally satisfy your sweet tooth
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plus they come with additional health
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benefits too lastly keep healthy snacks
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on hand when those cravings hit reach
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for a piece of fruit some nuts or even a
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small piece of dark chocolate these
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options can satisfy your craving without
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the added sugar remember breaking free
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from sugar cravings is a journey not a
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sprint be patient with yourself and
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celebrate the small victories along the
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way so there you have it with these tips
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you'd be well on your way to saying
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goodbye to sugar cravings forever thanks
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for watching and don't forget to like
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